Kings' Nik Stauskas could see more playing time with Collison out

However, Karl was unsure when Stauskas' minutes would increase, but said it would happen soon. In 51 games, Stauskas is averaging 3.4 points and 1.0 rebounds.

Report: Kings, Rockets cautious on acquiring Goran Dragic

by Sean d'Oliveira | CBSSports.com

(2/19/15) With the Kings and Rockets being told Suns guard Goran Dragic will not sign with them after the season, the teams are becoming increasing reluctant to trade for Dragic, sources told Yahoo Sports.

The Kings are willing to part with 2014 first-round pick Nik Stauskas and a future first-round pick, but with no guarantee they will be able to keep Dragic, the deal is looking less likely.

The Rockets remain in contact with Phoenix over a possible deal, but are uncertain if a deal can be made.

Report: 76ers' trade discussions 'picking up'

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(2/17/15) The 76ers aren't likely to make as many deadline deals as they did in 2014, but trade discussions with other teams have been "picking up," The Intelligencer reports.

The team reportedly likes guard Nik Stauskas, who the Kings have shown a willingness to deal before the deadline. It's possible general manager Sam Hinkie could consider a deal swapping Nerlens Noel for Stauskas and a pick, per the report, as the No. 8 pick in 2014 would provide perimeter shooting and has one more year on his deal than Noel.

Michael Carter-Williams is another player who could be on the move if an interested team is willing to meet the 76ers' asking price, according to the report.

Report: Kings seeking to trade Nik Stauskas

by Sean d'Oliveira | CBSSports.com

(2/16/15) The Kings are reportedly making guard Nik Stauskas available for a trade, a source told Basketballinsiders.com.

Stauskas has been offered in trades to see what the Kings could receive in return. In 50 games, Stauskas is averaging 3.4 points and 1.0 rebounds during his rookie season.

Corbin: Nik Stauskas not playing due to matchups

by R.J. White | CBSSports.com

(1/20/15) Kings coach Tyrone Corbin said Tuesday that rookie shooting guard Nik Stauskas hasn't seen any action in the team's last two games due to matchups, News10 Sacramento reports.

CBSSports.com NBA Insider Ken Berger reported last week that the Kings are willing to trade Stauskas in a deal to find frontcourt help to pair with center DeMarcus Cousins after selecting him eighth overall in the 2014 NBA draft. Stauskas has averaged 3.6 points on 33.3 percent shooting in 39 games.

The Kings were the third worst team in the league in terms of made three pointers, so drafting Nik Stauskas should help them address a glaring weakness. The reigning Big 10 Player of the Year averaged 19.0 points and 3.9 assists per game last season for Michigan, and his ball handling could come in handy for the Kings next season. His upside is far greater than that of Ben McLemore's, so Stauskas should be able to secure a starting job in a lineup that desperately needs a capable shooter. The Kings brought in Darren Collison to replace Isaiah Thomas, but Stauskas should inherit some of the shots Thomas left behind. He'll be eager to prove skeptical Kings' fans wrong with whatever playing time he's given, so consider Stauskas a worthy late-round gamble on Draft Day. His niche as a shooter should garner him a mid-round pick in dynasty formats.
(Updated 8/27/14)